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Legacy Equipment: The Core of Your Digital Transformation

Automation World

A rich supply of data is constantly coursing through the electronic veins of your legacy automation. Here’s how make use of it by integrating existing systems into your digital transformation strategy.

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What sensors are in a digit?

Design World

In this case, the digit is a finger. Advanced robots designed to interact on a personal level with humans will need hands that can sense a variety of interactions. To do this and achieve the right level of dexterity and avoid excessive force, several sensing techniques could be employed – some at the same time […] The post What sensors are in a digit?

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What Flow Measurement Technique is Right for You?

Automation World

Valuable guidance on handling unique and demanding flow measurement scenarios.

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New Z-Tip-Tilt nanopositioning stage from PI is wear-free

Design World

PI released an ultra-low-profile Z-Tip-Tilt stage designed for demanding alignment applications in optics, semiconductors, precision assembly, and photonics. Based on air bearings and linear motors, the stage is wear-free, maintenance-free, and cleanroom-compatible. Three-phase linear motors ensure high speed, while high resolution and precision are provided by closed-loop operation with linear encoders (1 nm resolution) for […] The post New Z-Tip-Tilt nanopositioning stage from PI is wear

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The Manufacturing Edge: Five Strategies to Outpace the Competition

The world of manufacturing is evolving—and so must the factories that drive it. This eBook reveals five transformative strategies that can help manufacturers gain a lasting competitive edge. Through insights from aerospace leaders, energy innovators, and the factories of tomorrow, we show how manufacturers are moving beyond traditional approaches. From building smarter, adaptable systems to embracing iterative design and fostering resilient cultures, these strategies are shaping the future of pr

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Advanced Construction Robotics TyBOT is now available for purchase

Robotics Business Review

TyBOT at work on 1-40 in Jonathan Creek, N.C. Source: Advanced Construction Robotics Advanced Construction Robotics Inc. today announced that its rebar-tying robot, which it has provided through a robotics-as-a-service model, is now also available for purchase. The Pittsburgh-based company is taking orders for TyBOT 3.0 for delivery in the first quarter of 2025. “Our success in the pursuit of automating construction equipment is not just an evolution for ACR; it is a transformative step fo

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SiLC Technologies gets investment from Honda for FMCW lidar on chip

Robotics Business Review

SiLC in October released four versions of Eyeonic optimized for AI and machine vision applications. Source: SiLC Technologies Sensors are continuing to advance for safer mobility. SiLC Technologies Inc. today announced that Honda Xcelerator Ventures has invested in its development of next-generation frequency-modulated continuous wavy, or FMCW, lidar.

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The economics of speed in metal fabrication

The Fabricator

When you charge more for rush orders, what happens when you shorten standard lead times? No surprise, fewer people pay for faster delivery, but there’s a big upside.

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IMTS Day 2: Big Tech Says ‘We Love Manufacturing’

Industry Week

Google, Microsoft and Amazon make a big splash at IMTS 2024, a show traditionally populated by ‘big iron’ tool makers.

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Model-Based Enterprise: Navigating the Future of Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing

iBASEt

In today’s fast-paced Aerospace and Defense (A&D) manufacturing landscape, precision, quality, and efficiency are essential. However, maintaining digital continuity throughout a product’s lifecycle is a challenge many manufacturers face. In fact, studies reveal that 3% of revenue is consumed annually by indirect activities and errors stemming from a lack of digital continuity.

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Are You Over-Complicating Your Linear Motion or Leaving It Out Altogether?

As automation continues to evolve, the demand for smarter, more integrated solutions will only grow. The Accuride FULLELECTRIC® is a new approach to powered linear motion that represents the next evolution in system design. By integrating compact electric actuators directly into Accuride's industry leading drawer slides, this approach addresses the pain points of traditional systems while delivering reliable performance.

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Robotics: A Global Industrial Policy Competition

Robotics Automation News

By Marc Fasteau and Ian Fletcher This article is extracted from the robotics case study in Industrial Policy for the United States: Winning the Competition for Good Jobs and High-Value Industries by Marc Fasteau and Ian Fletcher.

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Quantum Brilliance announces new collaboration

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Negro Elkha/stock.adobe.com Global leader in diamond-based quantum technology, Quantum Brilliance has announced a strategic collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to build a new platform. The platform is set to enable the collaborative development of quantum computing with high-performance computing (HPC) by exploring the on-premises integration of QB’s quantum computing cluster into HPC systems at ORNL.

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First hyperloop test capsule hurtles its way through 420-metre tube at European test centre

E&T

Hardt Hyperloop announced the first successful test of its hyperloop vehicle at the European Hyperloop Center in Veendam, Netherlands.

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Australia’s Net Zero Economy Authority passes parliament

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: teamjackson/stock.adobe.com The Net Zero Economy Authority has been passed through parliament and is now officially written in law after previously being passed through senate. Climateworks Centre CEO and Net Zero Economy Agency advisory board member, Anna Skarbek, welcomed this valuable addition to Australia’s institutional arrangements. “The authority, now enshrined in law, sends a clear signal to Australia and to the rest of the world that the nation is committed to making the most of

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Boeing awards new contract to MicroPilot for software enhancements to small UAVs

Canadian Manufacturing

WINNIPEG — Boeing signed a contract with MicroPilot, involved in UAV autopilots, to support the further advancement of MicroPilot’s autopilot and ground control software. This contract is an Investment Framework Agreement under the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Policy with MicroPilot Inc. As part of the agreement, Aurora Flight Sciences (Aurora), a Boeing company, will deliver two SKIRON-X small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) to MicroPilot.

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Consultation for $523 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative now open

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Mike Mareen/stock.adobe.com Consultation has opened for the Australian Government’s $523 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative, being delivered by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). Announced in the 2024-25 Federal Budget in May, the initiative aims to fund projects that enhance the development of Australia’s battery manufacturing capability.

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Researchers Optimize 3D Printing for Complex Designs With “Self-Improving” AI

Control.com

A team of researchers from Washington State University used artificial intelligence to manipulate 3D printing processes to make optimally designed models of kidneys and prostates.

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Record SA contingent on show at Land Forces 2024

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: FiledIMAGE/stock.adobe.com South Australia’s defence industry will be on the national stage at the Land Forces International Defence Expo in Melbourne that runs from today until September 13. A record 67 exhibitors from SA will feature on the Defence SA stand, cementing its place as the Defence State. “Once again, South Australia’s defence industry will be reinforcing our reputation as the Defence State – showcasing our world-class companies, infrastructure and capabilities,” said Treasur

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Build & Own Scale-Ready Industrial IoT Solution on Flex83 Middleware

Your Industrial IoT software is never ready to scale unless your platform can handle multiple assets at enterprise-level, deploy on any cloud, and provide a modern tech stack for rapid application development with complete IP Ownership, all while reducing cloud operations costs by 90% per connected device. In the technical paper developed with the product team behind Flex83, find how you can build & own your custom IoT platform on the Flex83 Middleware that: Is Scale-ready for 65M+ Connected Ass

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Talent Advisory Board: Implications of AI

Industry Week

In August, we asked the Talent Advisory Board about the implications of emerging technology for manufacturing.

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Lightforce Group cements its role as a defence manufacturer

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Lightforce Group In July this year, Lightforce Group announced that it had supplied 120 advanced and customisable night vision and thermal imaging systems to the ADF’s Dismounted Combat Program whilst also providing ‘train-the-trainer’ instruction in the use of this world-leading military kit. This development is just another in a series of contract wins for the Adelaide headquartered global business after it announced its intentions in 2017 to formally enter the defence manufacturing ma

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Robot starts two-week mission to extract melted debris from Fukushima nuclear plant

E&T

A crucial operation to remove a small amount of radioactive debris from Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant is underway by plant operator Tokyo Electric Power Company (Tepco).

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$20 million on offer for Queensland manufacturers

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Quality Stock Arts/stock.adobe.com Queensland Manufacturing minister Glenn Butcher has launched a new round of Made in Queensland (MiQ) grants with $20 million available to help manufacturers grow and create more jobs. MiQ is a $121.5 million Queensland Government grant program helping small and medium sized manufacturers to increase international competitiveness, productivity and innovation.

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.

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GelSight, Flexxbotics to offer joint system for robotic nondestructive testing

Robotics Business Review

GelSight & Flexxbotics are partnering for robot-enabled nondestructive testing. | Source: GelSight, Flexxbotics GelSight has partnered with Flexxbotics to jointly provide a system for nondestructive testing, or NDT, with autonomous process control. It incorporates GelSight’s tactile sensing technology into Flexxbotics’ controls for robotic machine tending.

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Countdown begins: Nominate your industry achievements for the Endeavour Awards 2024 

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Prime Creative Media Scheduled for 7 November 2024, the Endeavour Awards , presented annually by Manufacturers’ Monthly, serve as a premier platform for celebrating the industry’s most outstanding achievements. The Endeavour Awards are renowned for recognizing and rewarding outstanding contributions across various facets of manufacturing.

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Three years of progress on the pathway to net zero

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

As we celebrate our three-year anniversary of our net zero goal, we want to highlight some of the progress we’ve made so far.

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Up to $5 million in grants for regional Queensland manufacturers

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: THINK b/stock.adobe.com Queensland Government Manufacturing minister Glenn Butcher has announced that $5 million is now available through round 4 of the Manufacturing Hubs Grants Program (MHGP). Manufacturers in the Cairns, Townsville, Rockhampton, Gladstone, Mackay and the Gold Coast regions can now access grants up to $500,000 through this new round that the minister announced as part of Manufacturing Month celebrations.

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6 Common Production Scheduling Mistakes Manufacturers Make

Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.

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FANUC Releases the R-50iA Robot Controller with New Security and Integrations

Control.com

New robot controllers from FANUC released as the IMTS 2024 promise cybersecurity enhancements, Python integration, improved remote capabilities, energy savings, and vision improvements.

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AIM’s new advanced manufacturing and export Facility opens

Manufacturer's Monthly

AIM Defence's Fractl Portable High Energy Laser. Image: CPL Jacob Joseph / Australian Government Defence Deputy prime minister of Australia and Minister for Defence, The Hon Richard Marles MP, has officially opened AIM Defence’s brand-new advanced manufacturing and export facility. AIM Defence has expanded into a new 4000sqm state-of-the-art facility to support the manufacture and export of AIM’s Fractl Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C-UAS) laser.

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Festo Canada launches Certified System Integrator Program to connect manufacturers with expert integrators

Automation Mag

Festo Canada is introducing its Certified System Integrator Program to match end users with highly skilled system integrators, providing the validated know-how and expertise to turn the aspirational into the realizable. Festo Canada shares in a press statement that its Certified System Integrator Program is suited for Canadian end users and projects of all sizes.